2015 — Prevention of juvenile crime in Curaçao

This inspection report examines the prevention of juvenile delinquency in Curaçao, with a focus on the organizations involved and their approach. Prevention is defined as the prevention of criminal behavior among young people up to the age of 24. There are various organizations involved, including the AJJC, police, Public Prosecution Service, schools and healthcare institutions, that work at three levels: 1st line care at schools, 2nd line care by internal care teams, and 3rd line care by external organizations. The report emphasizes the lack of cooperation, insufficient resources and the absence of systematic signaling of youth at risk. Recommendations focus on formalizing HALT, better cooperation, establishing objective criteria for criminal justice routes, and improving youth care procedures.